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Recreational Services

Alcohol, Tobacco And Other Drugs (ATOD)

The University of Toledo is committed to a safe environment for all students, faculty and staff by promoting and maintaining a work and academic environment that is free from illegal use and misuse of alcohol and drug abuse, in accordance with all federal, state and local laws as well as the Federal Drug Free Schools and Campus Safety Regulations.
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The Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) Prevention Program's mission is to work collaboratively to create an environment that fosters campus-wide health promotion and academic success by coordinating multidisciplinary prevention and treatment efforts around the areas of substance abuse.
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whatÌýisÌýstudent conduct amnesty,ÌýandÌýhow can i receive it?

At °µÍø½ûÇø, we believe in addressing student health concerns directly and confronting dangerous behaviors, but also encouraging students to seek help in situations where their own or another student's health and/or safety is endangered. As such, a student who seeks assistance on behalf of themselves or another individual experiencing an alcohol and/or drug related emergency will not be subject to conduct action for the alcohol and/or drug use. Student(s) involved in reported incidents of sexual misconduct may also receive Student Conduct Amnesty for the alcohol and/or drug violation(s) only.ÌýStudent Conduct Amnesty is only granted to individual students, not student groups and/or organizations, but may be considered as a mitigating factor for Student Groups/Student Organizations.

Additional information can be found in theÌýStudent Conduct Amnesty Policy.

Marijuana Myths & Facts

MYTH - Marijuana is harmless.

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FACT - Marijuana has been shown to be associated with anxiety, panic attacks, poor academic performance, memory loss, lung cancer, and mental health problems. The main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana is THC which is especially toxic to the developing brain in teens and young adults. Street marijuana can be laced with deadly additives such as fentanyl.Ìý

MYTH - Marijuana isn’t as bad as cigarettes.

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FACT - Marijuana contains many carcinogens found in cigarettes. Smoking marijuana regularly will lead to the same respiratory and cardiovascular problems that cigarette smokers experience. One study showed that those who smoke marijuana take in three times the amount of tar as those who don’t.
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MYTH - Driving high is safer than driving drunk.

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FACT - Even a small dose of marijuana impairs driving abilities. It affects alertness, concentration, perception, coordination, and reaction time in a negative way. Research shows that drivers with THC in their blood are 2x as likely to be involved in a fatal crash. And even 12 hours after using marijuana, users hit more pedestrians, exceed the speed limit more often, made fewer stops at red lights, and made more center line crossing
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Health Effects of Using Tobacco ProductsÌý

  • Increased risk for coronary heart disease and stroke by 2-4 times
  • Risk for men developing lung cancer by 25 times and women by 25.7 times
  • Increased risk for all cancers and lung diseases, such as COPD, emphysema and chronic bronchitis
Should you re-evaluate your relationship with Alcohol?

If you have experienced any of the following consequences from consuming alcohol, you might need to assess your relationship with alcohol.

  • Damaged relationships and Poor academic performance
  • Trouble with authorities and Fights/conflicts with othersÌý
  • Property damage and Injuries under the influence
  • Regretted sex and Memory loss (blackouts, brownouts, fade outs)Ìý
  • Frequent intoxication and Heavy consumptionÌý
  • Increasing tolerance and negative drinking motivationsÌýÌý
  • Behavior changes when not drinking and frequent hospitalÌý visits for alcohol overdose

What to do if someone has alcohol poisoning ?

  • Call for help immediately (419.530.2600 or 911 if off campus)
  • Turn the person on their side and Monitor their breathingÌý
  • Never leave a person alone

Drugs and Alcohol Don't Mix

Mixing alcohol and drugs can be extremely dangerous.Ìý There can be numerous harmful, unwanted effects which students and the University of Toledo community should be aware of.

  • Depressants: Mixing depressants, such as Xanax or Valium, can cause rapid dizziness, stumbling, loss of sphincter control, memory loss and potential death.
  • Stimulants: Combining stimulants, such as Ritalin, Adderall and Concerta, with alcohol can result in over-consumption.Ìý The effect stimulants exert on the body conceal alcohol’s effects, so the individual cannot accurately perceive their level of intoxication.Ìý This often results in over-consumption which can lead to blacking out, passing out and even death.
  • Prescription OpiatesÌý: Consuming alcohol in combination with prescription opiates (such as Vicodin, OxyContin and Percocet) can result in slowed or arrested breathing, lowered pulse and blood pressure, unconsciousness, coma and potential death.
  • Marijuana:ÌýMixing marijuana with alcohol can lead to vomiting, spins, paranoia, decreased motor control and mental concentration. Marijuana also depresses your gag reflex, which can be fatal if you need to expel alcohol and are unable to.
  • AmphetaminesÌý:ÌýAmphetamines elicit an increase in blood pressure and heart rate when consumed.Ìý Consuming alcohol in conjunction with amphetamines is dangerous as the individual is more likely to consume more alcohol, as the drug stimulates the individual.Ìý This combination is also extremely harmful to your kidneys.

Harm Reduction Strategies

  • Eat and drink water before and in between drinkingÌý
  • Set a limit and track your drinks and understand your own limitsÌý
  • Never leave your drink unattended at a party/bar and do NOT MIX
  • Do NOT mix alcohol and drugs together
  • Pace yourself: Consume no more than one drink per hour

ÌýCounseling CenterÌý

The University of Toledo's counseling center office is a free resource to all students.Ìý If you are looking to get help for drug abuse, suicide or just wanting to speak with someone about situations that you would like to speak about please contact the guidance counselors office or visit their web page by clicking here

Employee Assistance Program

It can be frustrating when personal and/or work related problems surface and it’s unclear where to turn for help. When complications arise from stress, marital and family issues, parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, substance use, and other emotional concerns, it’s comforting to have someone to talk to.

The University of Toledo is proud to make available to you the IMPACT Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential support for you and your household members, dependents living away from home, and parents & parents-in-law. For more information please click here.

Emergency NumbersÌý

CallÌý 911 in case of an emergencyÌý

°µÍø½ûÇø Police/Fire/Medical Response
419.530.2600
utoledo.edu/depts/police

°µÍø½ûÇø Main Campus Police
(non-emergency)
419.530.2601
utoledo.edu/depts/police

°µÍø½ûÇø Health Science Campus Police
(non-emergency)
419.383.2601
utoledo.edu/depts/police

Toledo Police
(non-emergency)
419.245.3246

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1.800.273.8255

National Poison Emergency Lifeline
1.800.222.1222